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Definition of welfare

welfare

/ˈwɛlˌfɛər/
wel · fare
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• noun

1

The health, happiness, safety, and fortunes of a person or group.

Example

"The organization works tirelessly to protect the welfare of endangered animals."

2

Statutory procedure or social effort designed to promote the basic physical and material well-being of people in need, especially through financial aid provided by the government.

Example

"After losing his factory job, he relied on welfare for several months until he found new employment."

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• Rhymes for welfare

• Nearby Words

weldenia
welder
welding
welfare
well
wellbeing
wellie

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in Middle English from the phrase 'wel faren' (to fare well), combining Old English 'wel' (well) and 'faran' (to get along or travel).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Welfare. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/welfare
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